SHIELD JACKET Waterproof Roof Top Cargo Bag Review

The Bottom Line

The SHIELD JACKET Waterproof Roof Top Cargo Bag is a practical purchase for buyers looking to maximize their interior vehicle storage space with a budget-friendly and minimalist purchase.

Though the SHIELD JACKET does not provide many additional features, in terms of accessories, it brings its value to the buyer through its waterproof fabric design and secure zipper protection. With welded seams, double-wall vinyl material, and waterproof zipper flap your items will stay protected from rain, wind, sun, debris, and even snow.

The Eight built-in straps make installation quick and easy, while 2 compression straps ensure a secure hold to your current roof rack system. Proper installation is key for this item. Loose material or backwards installation can cause an increase in strain on the fabric and zipper.

We rate this cover 4.1 out of 5 stars. Let’s dig a little deeper and see what we have here.

The SHIELD JACKET waterproof rooftop cargo bag

What You Get

One SHIELD JACKET Waterproof Roof Top Cargo Bag that provides 15 cubic feet of additional storage for your personal vehicle. 8 built-in straps, two designed for compression, secure the bag to your rooftop racks. Welded seams, double-wall vinyl material, and a double protection layer over the zipper make this item fully waterproof. A three-month money back guarantee is included, though no additional manufacturer’s warranty is advertised.

Features & Benefits

Installed on an SUV with roof rack.

This waterproof car cover has many features that allow it to protect your items against the elements. The SHIELD JACKET Waterproof Roof Top Cargo Bag boasts secure protection against rain, wind, sun, snow, and minor debris encounters that might occur while driving.

The first set of features that place this rooftop storage bag above other competitors in the medium price range are the waterproofing technologies that create the optimum level of fabric protection. Welded seams prevent moisture leakage along the edges of the cargo bag, while a double-wall vinyl layer provides additional resistance to condensation or rain. Additionally, the zipper has a double layer of waterproof protection. This flap lays over the zipper to prevent water from slipping through the edges where the fabric joins. These features also protect your items against rain, debris, snow, wind, and sun damage.

Installation and removal of the product are simple due to the 8 pre-attached straps that secure the travel bag to the rack system of your vehicle. 2 of the straps are designed for compression, giving this cargo bag the best hold possible.

The soft material of the SHIELD JACKET Waterproof Roof Top Cargo Bag allows users to place oddly shaped items inside of its protective shell. This is a benefit that a hard shell case does not afford. The flexible material can be folded for storage when not in use. Soft shell cargo bags do not provide theft protection, therefore easy storage and installation is a prime feature of the SHIELD JACKET.

A three-month money back guarantee is provided by the manufacturer. Though the duration requires immediate testing and use, customers report service member’s willingness to replace the item within that duration. If not intended for immediate use, it is recommended that buyers thoroughly check their item upon receiving it to ensure that any manufacturer defects can be replaced.

So, How Does It Perform?

Installation instructions for the cargo bag.

The SHIELD JACKET Waterproof Roof Top Cargo Bag is designed to fit SUVs, vans, and even cars that have their own roof rack system. This item does not adhere to vehicles without these attachments.

Customers report that the 15 cubic feet provided is spacious enough to hold many of their items. The flexible shell conforms to your luggage in order to maximize usable space. In fact, the SHIELD JACKET is reported to travel better when full, meaning that you can fill it completely without concern.

Installation and removal are easy due to the fact that the 8 straps, 2 compression-type straps, are permanently attached. This reduces the need for major adjustments. Simply tighten down the straps according to the instructions and your items will be secure.

Some customers complained about the necessity of a roof rack for installation, however it is clearly listed in the description that the SHIELD JACKET is designed for vehicles with a roof rack system.

Customers were able to confirm that the SHIELD JACKET Waterproof Roof Top Cargo Bag did protect their items from the rain when properly installed. Proper installation includes ensuring that the front-facing edge is the one without a zipper and that the zippered sides were properly secured with their waterproof cover.

This cargo bag, like any soft shelled cargo bag, can create an annoying flapping noise when the material is loose. This can be prevented by ensuring that your cargo bag is filled completely, or by utilizing additional tie-downs to secure any free corners. This is an important issue to avoid because customers with flapping corners reported a higher level of wear and tear on the corner seams.

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1 COMMENT

Hello, Steve. My name is Dan Wiley. I am the inventor of a new patent pending roof rack cross bar. This would make an excellent addition to your cargo bag product. My product fits nearly all factory installed side rails. It is multi-purpose and can be easily installed or removed without tools. I would like to license it to a company such as yours for manufacture and distribution. If this interests you, you can contact me by email at dwiley@citywest.ca or phone 250 638-1891 for more information. Thank you. Dan Wiley